Government Conference to cover key topics for business and the public

Agenda sessions include economic and financial updates, Island security and the future delivery of public services

With under two weeks to go until the third Isle of Man Government Conference, members of the business community and public are encouraged to register for the Conference.

Set to take place on 17 and 18 September 8am – 5pm, at the Comis Hotel, the event offers a unique platform for business leaders, the public and government officials to connect, collaborate and understand how we can all contribute to a vibrant, secure and sustainable future for the Isle of Man.

Key sessions of this year’s event include:

• Roundtable workshops on both enhancing the Island’s business and economic proposition led by IoD Isle of Man representatives, Steve Billinghurst (Chair) and Richard Slee (Marketing) and the role of Government services and enhancing service delivery led by Andy Ralphs, Chief Executive Isle of Man Government
• Breakfast presentations and panel Q&As with both the Chief Minister and Treasury Minister
• An update on the Island’s economy and economic development initiatives by the Enterprise Minister
• Presentations and panel sessions covering updates around the Island’s air and sea connectivity ambitions, including updates from Isle of Man Airport and Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, with the chance for attendees to ask questions
• Presentations and panel sessions covering the safety and security of the Island, including strategy updates on preventing organised crime exploiting free movement at entry points, updates on the Islands’ immigration services and enforcement as well as discussions around the recently published Inward Migration Incentives and Disincentives report, with the chance for attendees to ask questions

The Conference will also feature sessions on the Local Economy Strategy, Government’s AI proposition for the Island, UNESCO Biosphere and a presentation from Orsted.

The full detailed agenda can be viewed here, with attendees able to register for specific sessions or the full day.

Minister for the Cabinet Office, Kate Lord-Brennan MHK, commented: ‘This year’s event is geared towards the business community and provides an important opportunity to update on and discuss current topics of importance for the Island.   

‘We have crafted an agenda that combines diverse presentations and Q&A panel sessions, allowing attendees to connect directly with Ministers and key speakers, ask important questions and engage in roundtable discussions on key topics.’

Further details about the Conference, including a full agenda and a link for free registration, are available: islandplan.im/conference24